Suddenly, at the last gasp, we were up on the ridge, and presented with magnificent views of the Apuan alps northward, the Ligurian coastline in the west, and the Apennines to the east.
To our surprise (and a little chagrin!) the summit was quite well populated with walkers all having their lunch, and yarning in grand Italian style!
The descent was uneventful - just seemed a bit longer than the way up, and we were pretty weary when we got back to the car. Today, our leg muscles are telling us not to do that again in the near future!
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| The summit ridge, and view north beyond |
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| Coastline just visible, with the Med beyond |
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| A companionable crew on top |
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| Bill just didn't quite beat the timer for the summit shot! |
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| Looking west across the Serchio valley to Apennines |
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| Preparing for the descent |
bravi, ragazzi, ce l'avete fatta! you can be proud of the acheavment! your pictures are beatiful and your enthusiasm admirable! pietro
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